Moore Law for Children

10/15/2024

For young people undergoing long-term treatment or struggling with mental health issues, Norwegian company No Isolation developed the AV1 robot, which can take a child’s place in class, serving as their eyes, ears, and voice, and helping them stay connected with their classmates.

For children with long-term illness or struggling with mental health issues, No Isolation developed the AV1 robot, which can take their place in the classroom and help them stay connected with their classmates.

10/09/2024

It will soon be illegal for public and private universities in California to consider an applicant’s relationship to alumni or donors when deciding whether to admit them.

Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday signed a prohibition on the practice.

10/08/2024

A bill requiring local schools to implement protocols for extreme weather situations has been signed into law.

Yahushua’s Law, named for 12-year-old Yahushua Robinson, requires school guidelines for dealing with extreme weather.

10/07/2024

A one-year grace period for student loan borrowers who miss a payment is ending this week.

A one-year grace period for student loan borrowers who miss a payment is ending this week.

10/04/2024

A landmark court case involving an Orange County family and local school districts that helped bring about the end of segregation laws in schools around the country will be a mandatory element of history and social science classes in California public schools.

https://www.ocregister.com/2024/09/23/newsom-signs-law-to-teach-mendez-v-westminster-in-california-schools/?utm_email=541D648544CC94147449E4C54E&active=no&lctg=541D648544CC94147449E4C54E&utm_source=listrak&utm_medium=email&utm_term=https%3a%2f%2fwww.ocregister.com%2f2024%2f09%2f23%2fnewsom-signs-law-to-teach-mendez-v-westminster-in-california-schools%2f&utm_campaign=scng-ocr-localist&utm_content=curated

Mendez v. Westminster is viewed to have ultimately led to the repeal of discriminatory education laws in California and across the nation.

10/03/2024

Does your teen "soil the nest?" Soiling the nest refers to a phase when teenagers start being more difficult at home as they’re transitioning and getting ready to go off to college, said clinical psychologist Regine Galanti.

Navigating the normal tension and conflict that comes before a teenager moves away? Here’s how to cope.

10/02/2024

According to a surgeon general’s advisory, parents in the United States are overwhelmed and burned out with the “dizzying pace” of the world, and it’s a public health concern.

Parents in the United States are overwhelmed and burned out with the “dizzying pace” of the world, and it’s a public health concern, according to a surgeon general’s advisory released Wednesday that calls for shifts in policy and cultural norms.

09/26/2024

More than 500 schools had 10% or more of their students on “conditional admission” or overdue for required shots, according to California Department of Public Health data.

Columnist Teri Sforza writes that more than 500 California schools had 10% or more of their students on “conditional admission” or overdue for required shots.

09/23/2024

This past weekend, I had the privilege to speak about my journey as a law firm owner with members of the Solo Practitioner and Small Firm Section of the OCBA.

I am so honored to have been selected with my esteemed colleagues Kate Corrigan and Mark Robinson for the honor of receiving the Solo Practitioner and Small Firm Section’s "Trailblazer Award."

08/16/2024

https://www.cnn.com/2024/08/15/health/college-drug-use-wellness/index.html?utm_term=172371983086565a9ccf80bc2&utm_source=cnn_Five+Things+for+Thursday%2C+August+15%2C+2024&utm_medium=email&bt_ee=ViJYW%2BBS%2BaAb0Gd562jJeREnQQAxgRCjkzsTD%2B7%2BdVhbMF98Rqw7iQ5V%2B7Na1DTM&bt_ts=1723719830868

"Cannabis use has become common across college campuses, and today's w**d is stronger than what some parents may have used when they were in school."

Before sending your teens off to college, it’s worth learning the myths and realities around college drug use and what you can do to help keep young adults safe.

08/15/2024

https://www.edweek.org/technology/which-states-ban-or-restrict-cellphones-in-schools/2024/06 #:~:text=At%20least%2010%20states%20have,plenty%20of%20other%20action,%20too

A look at statewide laws and policies on cellphones in schools

See which states are requiring cellphone restrictions or bans in schools.

08/13/2024

https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/olympics/2024/08/06/usa-basketball-players-moms-paris-oympics-gold-medal/74685036007/

"There’s a decidedly family feel to these Olympics, as nearly a dozen kids roam the USA Basketball hotel in Paris. Eight of the kids belong to moms on the U.S. women’s rosters (both 5-on-5 and 3x3), a stark contrast from the Tokyo Games three years ago when just two moms made the roster and had to leave their children at home because of COVID-19 protocols that limited fans."

Forget the Paris Olympics, USA basketball held the Toddler Olympics with players and their kids. A look at how moms juggle competition and parenthood.